Dear CEC 29, CCHS, and QHSPC: I hope this finds you all well. Based on feedback from the impacted communities, the proposal to open and co-locate a new Success Academy elementary school in building Q420 has been withdrawn by the NYCDOE. Please share the attached letter with your councils. When you can, please also confirm receipt …
Good afternoon, I hope everyone’s holiday was relaxing and enjoyable. NYPCC is beginning its year with our next Free Parent Workshop on Suicide Prevention. During this webinar, parents and caregivers will gain information to better understand the early signs and symptoms of potential suicide ideation. Parents and caregivers will also learn different ways to intervene …
Dear Parent Leaders, Parent Coordinators and Family Leadership and Family Support Coordinators, The Community and Citywide Education Council (CCEC) Elections applications for the 2023–25 term are now open. If parents in your communities are interested in running for a seat on a council, please encourage them to apply by February 13 using their NYC Schools Account (NYCSA). We are also available …
January 25, 2023 Dear Parents and Families, The connection between families and schools is a crucial component of student success. As parents who are engaged in the educational process, you have a unique perspective on your children’s experiences and how schools can help students thrive after they graduate from high school. The New …
Good Morning, Hope your year is off to a great start! My name is Samira I am a Community Engagement Specialist with the New York City’s Civic Engagement Commission (CEC), the first democratically elected commission responsible for promoting inclusive civic participation for all New Yorkers. We would be delighted if you can join us in …
Dear Parent Leaders, Please see press release announcing Proposed Changes in Direct Response to Recommendations Made by Fair Student Funding Working Group Convened in 2022 at https://www.nyc.gov/office-of-the-mayor/news/055-23/mayor-adams-chancellor-banks-push-increase-equity-fair-student-funding-formula# Sincerely, The FACE Team Division of Family and Community Empowerment (FACE) NYC Public Schools 52 Chambers Street| NY, NY 10007 ccecinfo@schools.nyc.gov Connect with us on schools.nyc.gov Follow us on Facebook | Twitter | Instagram
Dear Council Members (Bcc’d), The local state of emergency declared by the Mayor to address the COVID-19 pandemic has been extended through February 19, 2023. Accordingly, CCECs may continue to hold their meetings remotely through that date if they determine that the COVID-19 pandemic affects or impairs their ability to hold an in-person meeting. This includes …
The Voice—and Light—of Our Future Dear Colleagues, I couldn’t have been prouder as I watched 11 brilliant elementary, middle, and high-school students take the stage at the New-York Historical Society last week as part of SoapboxNYC—an annual student-voice showcase. Our students spoke passionately and eloquently on serious topics such as gun violence, women’s rights, equal …